What is the plural form of ox?
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The question is asking for the plural form of the word 'ox'. Specifically, it is looking for how to correctly change this noun from singular to plural.
Answer
oxen
The plural form of 'ox' is 'oxen'.
Answer for screen readers
The plural form of 'ox' is 'oxen'.
More Information
The word 'oxen' is an example of an irregular plural form in English, which is derived from Old English.
Tips
A common mistake is to add -es, resulting in 'oxes', but the correct form is 'oxen'.
Sources
- The web page with info on - Example Source - dictionary.com
- Why Do We Say 'Oxen' And Not 'Oxes'? - Vocabulary.com - vocabulary.com
- The Plural of Ox - Grammar Monster - grammar-monster.com
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